Office Clerk (Full -time)

Kemper Corporation; Clinton (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental plans

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Certifications & CE programs

Volunteer programs

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kemper Corporation in Clinton, South Carolina, is seeking an Office Clerk to support the Field Agency Manager with accurate administrative duties and responsive customer service. The role emphasizes phone support for policyholders and collaboration with agents on licensing and underwriting tasks.

Ideal candidates will have 1+ years of office experience, a good HS diploma, and strong communication, organization, and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as an Office clerk.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational, time management and customer service skills.
• Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• The selected candidate will be required to work in-office.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and assist policyholders.
• Help agents with licensing, underwriting notifications, policyholder information to process new and future business.
• Communicate with Home Office personnel regarding policy status, underwriting notifications, claims status, and other important policyholder and agency information/actions.

Skills

MS Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location(s) Clinton, South Carolina

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Position Summary:

If you have administrative experience and great customer service skills, this unique opportunity may be for you. We are seeking an Office Clerk to support the Field Agency Manager. You will efficiently and accurately handle various administrative duties.

Position Responsibilities:

• Answer phones and assist policyholders.
• Help agents with licensing, underwriting notifications, policyholder information to process new and future business.
• Communicate with Home Office personnel regarding policy status, underwriting notifications, claims status, and other important policyholder and agency information/actions are also required.

Position Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience as an Office clerk required.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational, time management and customer service skills.
• Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• The selected candidate will be required to work in-office.

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.

Kemper at a Glance

The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. With approximately $12 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy-to-use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Kemper Auto and Kemper Life brands. Kemper serves over 4.6 million policies, is represented by approximately 24,200 agents and brokers, and has approximately 7,500 associates dedicated to meeting the ever-changing needs of its customers.

*Alliance United Insurance Company is not rated.

We value diversity and strive to be an employer of choice.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V Eligible employees may enjoy benefits such as:

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.

Benefits eligibility may vary based on position classification, scheduled hours, work location, temporary or contingent status, independent contractor status, SkillBridge participation, and applicable plan terms.